Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. I took this picture in front of Honkawagoe Station. festival float and festival float face each other and compete with each other. This is called towing. This is the scene of the tug. On the left is the festival float of Nakahara Town and Kawagoe Taro Shigeyori, and on the right is the festival float of Wakita Town and Ieyasu.

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. I took this photo in front of Honkawagoe Station. Imanari, this is the festival float of Suzume. The heavenly fox is dancing.

Nice to meet you, everyone who watches Cool Japan! Taiki Tourism Association. In this account, we will send out attractive information that will make you want to visit Hokkaido Taiki Town. Thank you in advance! In this first post, we will introduce the Taiki Town and provide information on sightseeing spots. Hokkaido Taiki Town is located in the eastern part of Hokkaido, in the southern part of Tokachi, and is a town with a population of 5,437 (as of January 2023) where the breath of nature and the atmosphere of history intersect. The name "Taikicho" is derived from the Ainu word "taikiushi", which means "a place where large trees grow in clusters". The Taiki Town is dotted with beautiful nature and historical sights. Next, we will introduce the attractive sightseeing spots of Taiki Town. ● Space Exchange Center SORA Since around 1985, Taiki Town has been conducting aerospace-related experiments with the goal of "space urban development." In the Space Exchange Center SORA, materials and models of experiments conducted Taiki Town by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and Interstellar Technologies, a rocket development company, are exhibited. Admission is free of charge, no reservation is required. ● Roadside Station "Cosmall Taiki" Cosmall Taiju, a Roadside Station with local specialties and souvenirs, is one of the places where you can feel the charm of Taiki Town. At the specialty product corner, you can taste natural cheese from Handa Farm, such as special homemade cheese, and cowbell ice cream (corn, pumpkin, etc.) made with ingredients from Taiki! There is also a space goods section such as space food and a shopping center with many daily necessities. In the surrounding area, there is a clear stream "Rekifune River (Rekifunegawa)", which has been selected as the best clear stream in Japan in the past. Next, we will guide you to leisure information! ◎ Horokayanto LagoonJapanese smelt fishing Horokayanto LagoonJapanese smelt fishing is lifted from around the end of December and can be enjoyed until late February. There is also a "Bansei Onsen" right next to the Horokayanto Lagoon, which is perfect for warming up your cold body from Japanese smelt fishing! ◎ Kamui Kotan Park Campground "Kamui Kotan Park Campground" in Kamuikotan, which is also a scenic spot in Tokachi, is a recommended spot for outdoor lovers! It is a auto camp place surrounded by rich nature. In addition to playing in the river, you can also experience fishing, forest walking, and gold panning! (If you wish to have a gold panning experience, please apply to the Tourism Association in advance.) Don't miss the events of Hokkaido Taiki Town. ◎ Rekifune River clear stream carp streamer This is a mini-event held on Children's Day on May 5. Every year from late April ~ early May, carp streamers spread all over the width of the river, and the sight of them swaying in the wind has become a spring tradition! ◎ Rekifune River Festival The Rekifune River is also the venue for the "Rekifune River Festival" and "Perpne Fire Festival" held in August. "Rekifune River Festival" is a major summer event in Taiki Town that started in the first year of Heisei when Rekifune River was evaluated as "the cleanest river in Japan" by the Environment Agency! And at the end of the Rekifune River Festival, the "Perpne Fire Festival" and fireworks festival are also held. Don't miss the sight of burning pillar torches stretching into the sky! You can spend a luxurious time enjoying summer evenings. Next, we will introduce Taiki Town gourmet information! The gourmet Taiki Town is rich in variety, including specialty products such as Camembert cheese, autumn salmon, and whey pork, as well as seafood dishes made with fresh seafood and vegetable dishes that taste the bounty of the earth. The "Taiki Cheese Salmon Bowl" made with cheese and autumn salmon is a popular local gourmet! While tasting dishes made with plenty of local ingredients, please enjoy the food unique to Hokkaido Taiki Town! Taiki Town's Furusato Nozei offers fresh seafood and carefully processed products. thank-you gift such as "Fresh Rich Milk Cowbell Ice Cream", "Handa Farm's Homemade Cheese Set" and "Whey Pork Bowl Set" are especially popular. Please enjoy the deliciousness unique to Hokkaido Taiki Town through Furusato Nozei! To access the Taiki Town, please use "Tokachi-Obihiro Airport" from outside Hokkaido. It takes about 40 minutes by car from Tokachi-Obihiro Airport to Taiki Town or about 70 minutes by bus. In addition, from Sapporo, it takes about two and a half hours from Sapporo Station to Obihiro Station by train, or about 3 hours and 30 minutes by bus. It takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes by bus from Obihiro Station to Taiki Town. Although the Taiki Town faces the sea, the climate and weather have a large temperature difference, and it is not uncommon for the average temperature in summer to be about 20 degrees Celsius, the maximum temperature to be about 34 degrees Celsius, and the winter to be minus 20 degrees Celsius. Also, in winter, the temperature difference in a short time is severe, so please be careful what you wear when traveling. Please visit once and experience the charm of Hokkaido Taiki Town for yourself. We will continue to deliver the charm of Taiki Town, so thank you!

The sense of dynamism is amazing! !!

Hiroshima Fukuyama City Utsumi Bridge (Recommended spots in Hiroshima) #Utsumi Bridge ? @bingolife8 One photo ? with the Utsumi Bridge and the sunset view after sunset After a long time, I took a picture with this composition in the evening view this time, and ? I was ? able to reflé beautifully without wind. I found another interesting composition, so let me post it again! ?

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. I took this photo in front of Honkawagoe Station. Nakamachi is the festival float of Prince of Lanling.

Mt. Fuji seen from the summit of Mt. Takao is also quite good ?.

This is the view from the Ohirayama Observatory in Tochigi City. Many cumulonimbus clouds occur in the Kanto Plain below! I was planning to photograph the Kanto Plain, which is full of blue skies and spreads far away. As expected, there were so many clouds. However, cumulonimbus clouds viewed from high places clearly show their size and height. The sense of scale left a dynamic impression.

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. I took this photo in front of Honkawagoe Station. Shintomi Town 2-chome, the festival float of the Mirror Lion. The festival float is just starting to move.

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. I took this photo in front of Honkawagoe Station. Shintomi Town 2-chome, the festival float of the Mirror Lion.

Okayama Korakuen Garden is one of the three most famous gardens in Japan in Okayama City. Every year from August 1st to 31st, the summer night illumination event "Fantasy Garden" is held. The lighting direction also changes little by little every year. During the period, projections and concerts are also held. It is also good to take a walk in the illuminated Japanese garden at night when it gets a little cooler.

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. I took this photo in front of Honkawagoe Station. Shintomi Town 1-chome, the festival float of Iemitsu. The lion's head is dancing.

Makenko: "It's hot."

"Anji's snack pudding is on sale today!" "Anji's Snack Pudding" made with the "black" of obsidian in mind will finally be on sale from today! It will be sold at the shop of the "Taiyo no Oka Engaru Park Niji no Hiroba" administration building. Initially, it will be sold only on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Sold out in limited quantities! Please ♪ enjoy the black pudding. #Engaru Town #engaru #Okhotsk #Cosmos #Taiyo-no-oka Engaru Park #Obsidian #National Treasure #Shirataki ruins

Photographed on 22 years 10 inches 16 days. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. I took this picture in front of Honkawagoe Station. Imanari, this is the festival float of Suzume. At night, the lanterns are lit, making the festival float look even more luxurious.

Photographed October 16, 22. I took this photo when I was moving from Kawagoe City Hall to Matsue Town. It is the festival float of Otemachi and Uzume.

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. I took this photo when I was moving from Kawagoe City Hall to Matsue Town. It is the festival float of Senba Town, Senba Jiro Yasuie.

Hiroshima Sera Town (Recommended spots in Hiroshima) #Sera Kogen Farm ? @serakogenfarm One piece ? with a windmill and a sunflower field From the observation deck of this windmill, I could see the sunflower field and it was a superb view! ? ? The Sunflower Festival ended on 8/23.

Kotone River Lantern Festival At the festival that began in the early Showa era, about 250 large lanterns of one tatami mat float Shooting a scene at dusk

Tea plantation in the sky from the observatory I climbed ? while being bitten by a leech Shot on iPHONE 11 PRO Ibi-gun, Gifu 2023/7

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. This is a festival floatprocession in front of Kawagoe City Hall. Motomachi 1-chome, the festival float of Ushiwakamaru is back. The performer has been replaced by a cat.

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. This is a festival floatprocession at Kawagoe City Hall. It is the festival float of Tongmachi and Zhongli. Each town, costume, and school of worship has its own characteristics.

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a festival floatprocession in front of Kawagoe City Hall. It is a festival float of Nishi-Kosenba Town, a simple son. Also pay attention to the divine body (the doll on the festival float). There are also people related to Kawagoe, gods, characters from Noh and Kabuki, and yokai.

The mikoshi ceremony is held on the evening of the yamaboko procession day of the Gion Festival. Three mikoshi and their bearers gather in front of the Yasaka Shrine gate. Even when shooting from a distance with a telephoto lens, I could feel the enthusiasm of the bearers and the audience.

Nice to meet you! This is the Tsubetsu Tourism Association. With a population of about 4,100 (as of 2023), Tsubetsu-cho, Abashiri-gun, Hokkaido, is located in eastern Hokkaido and is a town rich in nature with forests occupying about 80% of the town's area. In this first post in COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will introduce the charm of Tsubetsu Town, which is blessed with nature! The climate of Tsubetsu Town is characterized by high temperatures in summer and severe cold in winter due to the influence of drift ice. There is little rainfall, sunny days, and the sunshine rate is one of the best in Japan. We will introduce access to Tsubetsu Town. By plane, it takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes from Haneda Airport to Memanbetsu Airport. It takes about 45 minutes from New Chitose Airport to Memanbetsu Airport. If you use JR (Limited Express), it takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes ~ 5 hours from JR Hokkaido Sapporo Station to Kitami Station. The bus takes the "Highway Bus Dreamint Okhotsk-go" from Sapporo Station to Kitami Station in about 5 hours. Access by car is about 5 hours from Sapporo Station to Tsubetsu Town. Tsubetsu Town, which is rich in forests, has been certified as a "Forest Therapy Base (R)" for the healing effects of forests that have been scientifically elucidated! At the Tsubetsu Townspeople's Forest Nature Park, which is called "Nonno Forest" by the residents of Tsubetsu, you can walk in the forest throughout the year. In addition, the "Nonno Forest Nature Center" attached to the Nonno Forest has various guided tours, so you can easily experience forest therapy (R). (Reservation required) There are many popular sightseeing spots in Tsubetsu, but this time we will introduce the most recommended spots! Lake Kussharo is a caldera lake in which rainwater accumulates in a large depression created when a volcano erupts. The Tsubetsu Pass Observatory located at Tsubetsu Pass on the outer ring of the Lake Kussharo caldera is located at an altitude of 947 meters, the highest of the surrounding observation facilities, and is a superb scenic spot where you can see not only Lake Kussharo, but also the Sea of Okhotsk, the Daisetsu Mountains, and the Sea of Clouds. The sea of clouds can be seen from June to autumn. Many photographers also visit to capture the beautiful scenery of the sunrise and sea of clouds. Aioi Railway Park, which has been converted into a park from the site of the former Kitami Aioi Station, is an irresistible spot for railway fans who have preserved rare old rolling stock such as "Kiha 22" and "Suhafu 16". There is also a café "Station Building Cafe Holoka" in the old station building, where you can enjoy home-roasted coffee and sweets made with local ingredients. Located in the forest, Roadside Station Aioi Biological Product Center is ideal for enjoying local gourmet food and looking for wonderful souvenirs. Kumayaki House, which sells freshly baked Aioi specialty kumayaki, is a popular shop that sometimes has a line on holidays. The "Sobiosan Museum" in the roadside station sells handmade tofu, juwari soba noodles, and other specialty products of Tsubetsu Town, as well as handmade products. You can also buy cute Kumayaki goods! Tsubetsu Town is dotted with campsites where you can enjoy nature. "21st Century Forest Campsite" is a campsite with a large lawn near the city. There are many children's playground equipment and it is popular with families. Since the Tsubetsu River flows, you can enjoy fishing and playing in the water! If you stay for one night, one tent will cost 500 yen. Other costs will be incurred depending on the conditions, so please check the official website when you come. The period of use is from May 1 ~ October 31 (may change depending on weather conditions) "Chimikep Lake Campground" is a free campsite located on the shore of Chimikep Lake surrounded by primeval forest. There is also a "Wild Bird Park" on the north side of Lake Chimikep where you can enjoy bird watching. In addition, there is a bird observation house, an arboretum, a hotel, and a walking path in the vicinity. The period of use is mid-May ~ the end of October (may change depending on weather conditions, etc.) Please note that auto camping is not possible.) Next, we will introduce the gourmet food that Tsubetsu Town is proud of! In Tsubetsu Town, onions are grown with special cultivation and organic cultivation. When heated, the sweetness increases and it is difficult to boil and crumble, which is a characteristic of onions from Tsubetsu Town! In addition, "Tsubetsu Wagyu" is an exquisite beef from Tsubetsu Town that is also recognized as a brand beef. Tsubetsu Wagyu beef raised on rice straw or wheat straw has a moderate amount of fat crossing, and the recommended cooking method for Wagyu beef with a juicy taste is yakiniku or sukiyaki. Onions and tsubetsu Wagyu beef are also sold at the hometown tax payment in Tsubetsu Town. Tsubetsu is full of hotels where you can stay comfortably! Please spend a relaxing time surrounded by beautiful nature. Lakes, forests, mountains, and other natural blessings of Hokkaido can be enjoyed in Tsubetsu Town. Please experience the unique charm of Tsubetsu Town and make memorable memories of your trip. We will continue to deliver information about Tsubetsu Town in the future. Thank you in advance!

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. This is a festival floatprocession in front of Kawagoe City Hall. It is the festival float of Nantong Town and Nasori. The costume and festival float are unified in green.

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. This is a festival floatprocession in front of Kawagoe City Hall. Wakitacho, this is the festival float of Ieyasu. The decoration is stunning.

A child's face when his mother told him to eat ~

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a photo of the Kawagoe Festival. This is a festival floatprocession in front of Kawagoe City Hall. It is the festival float of Mikubo Town and Yorimitsu.

Photographed October 16, 22. This is a festival floatprocession in front of Kawagoe City Hall. Shintomi Town 2-chome, the festival float of the Mirror Lion. The lectern is turning. What you can see in the back is Kawagoe City, the festival float of Madness.